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Comments on this story

Billx of Sydney Posted at 1:55 PM January 29, 2013

I am not saying let's kill the stupid people. I am saying remove the warning labels and let the problem sort itself out.

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Amanda of Melbourne Posted at 1:52 PM January 29, 2013

The husband was floating nearby when they were rescued by the helicopter yet it took 36 hours to rescue the dog??? Why did they not just pick her up then?
Glad everyone was safe in the end though.

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Frustrated of Sydney Posted at 12:57 PM January 29, 2013

I'm so happy that all are safe and well but....the warnings are broadcast over all media outlets. Don't walk or drive in flood waters!!!! At least they have acknowledged the mistake made by driving through the water but at whose expense?? Maybe the media need to stop showing picture grabs of people wading and driving through the water - then others may not be inclined to follow!

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d0gm34t of Sydney Posted at 12:20 PM January 29, 2013

these guys do a great job. glad to see every1 was ok.

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Claire of Geelong Posted at 10:48 AM January 29, 2013

Have tears in my eyes watching this - such a happy ending. These guys really do an amazing job! Happy that everyone (including the dog) survived.

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michelle galbraith of Queensland Posted at 9:39 AM January 29, 2013

What a wonderful story . It actually bought tears to my eyes .What a unreal job those rescuers do.You guys are just the best :) I thort what a bloody good idea how to save that little one who cares how he was saved. The point is he was . I bet that is one happy mummy.Once again you guys are just the BEST . All the best to the rescuers and be safe you guys :)

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chris of brisbane Posted at 8:47 AM January 29, 2013

Glad they are all safe and yes a very hard lesson learn't. A reckless decision in all reality. Thankful that it turned out well.

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Anonymous Posted at 8:25 AM January 29, 2013

How could they leave the dog behind? That is inhumane. If you rescue one, rescue all. There is no way I would leave my dog behind in danger. Emergency Services do a great job, but they need to do it thoroughly. And stupid people should heed the warnings and not drive through flood waters.

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Josh of Canberra Posted at 7:44 AM January 29, 2013

what's a food deluge?

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james V Posted at 7:36 AM January 29, 2013

Good to hear the dog got out alive.

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Bushy Posted at 2:46 AM January 29, 2013

'Necessity is the Mother of invention'. He was probably one of the bravest kids throughout all of that. My hat comes off for the quick thinking crewman.

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Matt of Brisbane Posted at 1:19 AM January 29, 2013

"...were driving through a lightly flooded road..." That's just it. I wish there was a fine for stupidity. Even if it was only $10 per infringement, we would be able to pay off QLD's debit in about a week.

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Lynette of Central Qld Posted at 1:08 AM January 29, 2013

Thank God it all ended well for everyone - thoughts tonight also go to the mum that has lost her 3yr old boy from a falling tree yesterday. I hope she doesn't beat herself up to much ,it was just a terrible tragic incident.

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Sandy of Qld Posted at 1:02 AM January 29, 2013

I was amazed watching this. I'm so glad you all are well :) you have a gorgeous little boy!!

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